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Three-Dimensionally Porous Li-Ion and Li-S Battery Cathodes: A Mini Review for Preparation Methods and Energy-Storage Performance. NANOMATERIALS 2019; 9:nano9030441. [PMID: 30875978 PMCID: PMC6474075 DOI: 10.3390/nano9030441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2019] [Revised: 03/06/2019] [Accepted: 03/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Among many types of batteries, Li-ion and Li-S batteries have been of great interest because of their high energy density, low self-discharge, and non-memory effect, among other aspects. Emerging applications require batteries with higher performance factors, such as capacity and cycling life, which have motivated many research efforts on constructing high-performance anode and cathode materials. Herein, recent research about cathode materials are particularly focused on. Low electron and ion conductivities and poor electrode stability remain great challenges. Three-dimensional (3D) porous nanostructures commonly exhibit unique properties, such as good Li+ ion diffusion, short electron transfer pathway, robust mechanical strength, and sufficient space for volume change accommodation during charge/discharge, which make them promising for high-performance cathodes in batteries. A comprehensive summary about some cutting-edge investigations of Li-ion and Li-S battery cathodes is presented. As demonstrative examples, LiCoO2, LiMn2O4, LiFePO4, V2O5, and LiNi1−x−yCoxMnyO2 in pristine and modified forms with a 3D porous structure for Li-ion batteries are introduced, with a particular focus on their preparation methods. Additionally, S loaded on 3D scaffolds for Li-S batteries is discussed. In addition, the main challenges and potential directions for next generation cathodes have been indicated, which would be beneficial to researchers and engineers developing high-performance electrodes for advanced secondary batteries.
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Tan H, Xu L, Geng H, Rui X, Li C, Huang S. Nanostructured Li 3 V 2 (PO 4 ) 3 Cathodes. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2018; 14:e1800567. [PMID: 29667368 DOI: 10.1002/smll.201800567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2018] [Revised: 03/03/2018] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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To further increase the energy and power densities of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), monoclinic Li3 V2 (PO4 )3 attracts much attention. However, the intrinsic low electrical conductivity (2.4 × 10-7 S cm-1 ) and sluggish kinetics become major drawbacks that keep Li3 V2 (PO4 )3 away from meeting its full potential in high rate performance. Recently, significant breakthroughs in electrochemical performance (e.g., rate capability and cycling stability) have been achieved by utilizing advanced nanotechnologies. The nanostructured Li3 V2 (PO4 )3 hybrid cathodes not only improve the electrical conductivity, but also provide high electrode/electrolyte contact interfaces, favorable electron and Li+ transport properties, and good accommodation of strain upon Li+ insertion/extraction. In this Review, light is shed on recent developments in the application of 0D (nanoparticles), 1D (nanowires and nanobelts), 2D (nanoplates and nanosheets), and 3D (nanospheres) Li3 V2 (PO4 )3 for high-performance LIBs, especially highlighting their synthetic strategies and promising electrochemical properties. Finally, the future prospects of nanostructured Li3 V2 (PO4 )3 cathodes are discussed.
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- Huiteng Tan
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Energy Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Energy and Environment, Anhui University of Technology, Maanshan, 243002, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Energy Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
- State Key Laboratory of Vanadium and Titanium Resources Comprehensive Utilization, Panzhihua, 617000, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Energy Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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Shin J, Yang J, Sergey C, Song M, Kang Y. Carbon Nanofibers Heavy Laden with Li 3V 2(PO 4) 3 Particles Featuring Superb Kinetics for High-Power Lithium Ion Battery. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2017; 4:1700128. [PMID: 28932676 PMCID: PMC5604389 DOI: 10.1002/advs.201700128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2017] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Fast lithium ion and electron transport inside electrode materials are essential to realize its superb electrochemical performances for lithium rechargeable batteries. Herein, a distinctive structure of cathode material is proposed, which can simultaneously satisfy these requirements. Nanosized Li3V2(PO4)3 (LVP) particles can be successfully grown up on the carbon nanofiber via electrospinning method followed by a controlled heat-treatment. Herein, LVP particles are anchored onto the surface of carbon nanofiber, and with this growing process, the size of LVP particles as well as the thickness of carbon nanofiber can be regulated together. The morphological features of this composite structure enable not only direct contact between electrolytes and LVP particles that can enhance lithium ion diffusivity, but also fast electron transport through 1D carbon network along nanofibers simultaneously. Finally, it is demonstrated that this unique structure is an ideal one to realize high electron transport and ion diffusivity together, which are essential for enhancing the electrochemical performances of electrode materials.
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- Jeongyim Shin
- Department of Energy and Materials EngineeringDongguk UniversitySeoul100‐715Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy and Materials EngineeringDongguk UniversitySeoul100‐715Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy and Materials EngineeringDongguk UniversitySeoul100‐715Republic of Korea
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- Energy Material LabMaterial Research CenterSamsung Advanced Institute of Technology Samsung Electronics130 Samsung‐roYeongtong‐gu, Suwon‐siGyeonggi‐do16678Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy and Materials EngineeringDongguk UniversitySeoul100‐715Republic of Korea
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Jing MX, Li JQ, Han C, Yao SS, Zhang J, Zhai HA, Chen LL, Shen XQ, Xiao KS. Electrospinning preparation of oxygen-deficient nano TiO 2-x/carbon fibre membrane as a self-standing high performance anode for Li-ion batteries. ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE 2017. [PMID: 28791160 DOI: 10.5061/dryad.h4rs2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Improving the specific capacity and electronic conductivity of TiO2 can boost its practical application as a promising anode material for lithium ion batteries. In this work, a three-dimensional networking oxygen-deficient nano TiO2-x/carbon fibre membrane was achieved by combining the electrospinning process with a hot-press sintering method and directly used as a self-standing anode. With the synergistic effects of three-dimensional conductive networks, surface oxygen deficiency, high specific surface area and high porosity, binder-free and self-standing structure, etc., the nano TiO2-x/carbon fibre membrane electrode displays a high electrochemical reaction kinetics and a high specific capacity. The reversible capacity could be jointly generated from porous carbon, full-lithiation of TiO2 and interfacial lithium storage. At a current density of 100 mA g-1, the reversible discharge capacity can reach 464 mA h g-1. Even at 500 mA g-1, the discharge capacity still remains at 312 mA h g-1. Compared with pure carbon fibre and TiO2 powder, the TiO2-x/C fibre membrane electrode also exhibits an excellent cycle performance with a discharge capacity of 209 mA h g-1 after 700 cycles at the current density of 300 mA g-1, and the coulombic efficiency always remains at approximately 100%.
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- Mao-Xiang Jing
- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
- Changsha Research Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Co. Ltd, Changsha 410012, China
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- Changsha Research Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Co. Ltd, Changsha 410012, China
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Jing MX, Li JQ, Han C, Yao SS, Zhang J, Zhai HA, Chen LL, Shen XQ, Xiao KS. Electrospinning preparation of oxygen-deficient nano TiO 2-x/carbon fibre membrane as a self-standing high performance anode for Li-ion batteries. ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE 2017; 4:170323. [PMID: 28791160 PMCID: PMC5541555 DOI: 10.1098/rsos.170323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2017] [Accepted: 06/08/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Improving the specific capacity and electronic conductivity of TiO2 can boost its practical application as a promising anode material for lithium ion batteries. In this work, a three-dimensional networking oxygen-deficient nano TiO2-x/carbon fibre membrane was achieved by combining the electrospinning process with a hot-press sintering method and directly used as a self-standing anode. With the synergistic effects of three-dimensional conductive networks, surface oxygen deficiency, high specific surface area and high porosity, binder-free and self-standing structure, etc., the nano TiO2-x/carbon fibre membrane electrode displays a high electrochemical reaction kinetics and a high specific capacity. The reversible capacity could be jointly generated from porous carbon, full-lithiation of TiO2 and interfacial lithium storage. At a current density of 100 mA g-1, the reversible discharge capacity can reach 464 mA h g-1. Even at 500 mA g-1, the discharge capacity still remains at 312 mA h g-1. Compared with pure carbon fibre and TiO2 powder, the TiO2-x/C fibre membrane electrode also exhibits an excellent cycle performance with a discharge capacity of 209 mA h g-1 after 700 cycles at the current density of 300 mA g-1, and the coulombic efficiency always remains at approximately 100%.
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- Mao-xiang Jing
- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
- Changsha Research Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Co. Ltd, Changsha 410012, China
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- Changsha Research Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Co. Ltd, Changsha 410012, China
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